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ESPN Names Two Bears Defenders Who Will Miss Out on the Pro Football Hall of Fame

ESPN Names Two Bears Defenders Who Will Miss Out on the Pro Football Hall of Fame

Recently, Bill Barnwell of ESPN came out with an article where he evaluated the track key players from each team were on towards a bid to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Chicago Bears News / On Tap Sports Net / August 7

Two Key Players Leave Bears Practice Early with Injuries

It’s August, and that means the NFL season is right around the corner. While it does come with unbridled excitement, it also brings breath-holding over the unfortunate injuries that come with the sport of football.

Caleb Williams News / ChiCitySports / August 6
First look at Bears’ epic Madden NFL 27 intro video

First look at Bears’ epic Madden NFL 27 intro video

The Chicago Bears last entered season with many doubting if they can be among the top teams in the NFL. However, they turned them into believers as the campaign progressed as drew a lot of attention for their strong performances.

Austin Booker News / Athlon Sports / August 6
Austin Booker Gives Praise to Bears Rookie Defensive Tackle 

Austin Booker Gives Praise to Bears Rookie Defensive Tackle 

It's tough to argue that there's a more exciting late-round rookie on the Chicago Bears roster than Jordan van den Berg.  Despite being drafted in the 6th round, van den Berg had some great moments at Georgia Tech, but his best trait is the elite athleticism he provides.

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Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 6
The Latest Update on a Potential Bears Late-Round Gem Will Have Fans Buzzing

The Latest Update on a Potential Bears Late-Round Gem Will Have Fans Buzzing

Some believe the Bears didn't do enough to improve the defensive tackle position this offseason. Their only additions to that room were three budget additions in free agency and the sixth-round selection of Georgia Tech defensive tackle Jordan van den Berg.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 6
Ben Johnson Loves His Tough Practices But Are There Limitations?

Ben Johnson Loves His Tough Practices But Are There Limitations?

There will be some who look at Thursday's third Bears padded practice and say Bears coach Ben Johnson got what he had coming by making training camp practices so physical.

D'Andre Swift News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 6
Why D'Andre Swift and Bears Are Likely Headed For a Split in 2027

Why D'Andre Swift and Bears Are Likely Headed For a Split in 2027

This week has been a big one for NFL running backs. On Tuesday, the Atlanta Falcons signed Bijan Robinson to a record-breaking contract extension, making him the highest-paid running back in NFL history.

Dayo Odeyingbo News / Athlon Sports / August 6
Dayo Odeyingbo Earns Encouraging Report at Bears Practice

Dayo Odeyingbo Earns Encouraging Report at Bears Practice

There’s no denying that 2026 is going to be a prove-it year for Dayo Odeyingbo. After being brought into Chicago on a three-year, $48 million deal, Odeyingbo played in just eight games and had one sack last year.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 6
Texans extend Henry To’oTo’o, furthering plan to lock up defensive core

Texans extend Henry To’oTo’o, furthering plan to lock up defensive core

To further lock up key members of the defense, the Houston Texans secured a consistently productive linebacker on Thursday.  

NFL insider expands on how Texans' C.J. Stroud has responded to contract situation
Jadeveon Clowney reveals main reason he returned to Texans
Raiders sign former Texans RB Dare Ogunbowale
The '2025 NFL sack leaders by team' quiz
Chicago Bears News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 6
The Good and Not So Good From Bears Training Camp Day 8: An Injury-Filled Practice

The Good and Not So Good From Bears Training Camp Day 8: An Injury-Filled Practice

After a light day of practice on Wednesday, business picked up on Day 8 of Chicago Bears training camp and it unfortunately led to a handful of injuries.

Chicago Bears News / Athlon Sports / August 6
Bears Offensive Linemen Receive Notable Reports at Practice 

Bears Offensive Linemen Receive Notable Reports at Practice 

As talked about when discussing the biggest position battles in a prior Athlon Sports article, the starting left tackle spot for 2026 is up in the air.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Ben Johnson News / ChiCitySports / August 6
Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson accuses offense of ‘sabotaging’ practice

Chicago Bears HC Ben Johnson accuses offense of ‘sabotaging’ practice

The problems this week with the Chicago Bears offense during the pre-snap aren’t just a problem for head coach Ben Johnson’s side of the ball; it can impede the work that defensive coordinator Dennis Allen needs to do with his group this summer.

Dillon Thieneman News / A to Z Sports / August 6
Bears first-round rookie Dillon Thieneman has been thrown into the fire in more ways than one during his first NFL training camp

Bears first-round rookie Dillon Thieneman has been thrown into the fire in more ways than one during his first NFL training camp

The Chicago Bears have been feeding rookie safety Dillon Thieneman through a firehose throughout training camp, including taking on the lead role with the first-team offense and going up against tight end Colston Loveland.

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Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 6
Chicago Bears: Montez Sweat leaves with injury after Ben Johnson’s promised physical practice

Chicago Bears: Montez Sweat leaves with injury after Ben Johnson’s promised physical practice

The Chicago Bears are nearing the point of training camp where they will play their first pre-season game. In an effort to prepare for this, and the regular season, head coach Ben Johnson notched up the intensity of today’s practice.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 6
Caleb Williams’ new Bears weapon keeping rivalry going with ex-Lions teammate Amon-Ra St. Brown

Caleb Williams’ new Bears weapon keeping rivalry going with ex-Lions teammate Amon-Ra St. Brown

The Chicago Bears are just over a month away from kicking off their 2026 NFL season, currently taking part in training camp. The Bears are hoping that quarterback Caleb Williams will take another step forward this year after an impressive second season in the NFL in 2025.

Braxton Jones News / ChiCitySports / August 6
Chicago Bears: Braxton Jones left practice in tears on Thursday

Chicago Bears: Braxton Jones left practice in tears on Thursday

The Chicago Bears are hoping to improve upon their 11-6 record from a year ago. They won the NFC North for the first time since 2018 and advanced all the way to the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs.

Cole Kmet News / ChiCitySports / August 6
‘Everything we are about’: Bears coach has high praise for veteran 

‘Everything we are about’: Bears coach has high praise for veteran 

Cole Kmet is a consummate professional who continues to do his job well despite seeing his role diminish. He started 2025 as the clear TE1 of the Chicago Bears but played fewer snaps as the season progressed.

Montez Sweat News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 6
Bears’ Montez Sweat adds to training camp injury scare concerns

Bears’ Montez Sweat adds to training camp injury scare concerns

The early theme of Chicago Bears training camp has been the amount of injuries piling up. Now, pass rusher Montez Sweat has joined the list. Sweat was forced to leave practice on Thursday with a trainer, via Brad Biggs of the Chicago Tribune.

Chicago Bears News / ChiCitySports / August 6
Chicago Bears: Ben Johnson gives surprising update on injured S Coby Bryant

Chicago Bears: Ben Johnson gives surprising update on injured S Coby Bryant

Over the course of the 2026 NFL off-season, the Chicago Bears had to revamp most of their defensive secondary. The safety position, in particular, saw all of their key contributors from a year ago depart in free agency.

Caleb Williams News / Lindy's Sports / August 6
Bears Caleb Williams Faces New Reality as Underdog Status Ends

Bears Caleb Williams Faces New Reality as Underdog Status Ends

The Chicago Bears were a surprise team last season and now have plenty of expectations this year. Quarterback Caleb Williams took the next step last season as he led the Bears to winning the NFC North and a playoff win over the Green Bay Packers.

Chicago Bears News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 6
Bears’ Ben Johnson drops a bar on keeping Caleb Williams’ ego in check

Bears’ Ben Johnson drops a bar on keeping Caleb Williams’ ego in check

Chicago Bears’ training camp is in full swing, and Caleb Williams has been running the offense with efficiency and giving fans hope of another division title.

Dayo Odeyingbo News / Chicago Bears on SI / August 6
There's More to Better Bears Pass Rush than Dayo Odeyingbo's Motivation

There's More to Better Bears Pass Rush than Dayo Odeyingbo's Motivation

Perhaps Dayo Odeyingbo's good nature and willingness to shrug off insult is better even than how he is shrugging off a bad injury. It's a close call, though.

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 4
Bears star's historic extension is great news for Caleb Williams

Darnell Wright's record-breaking extension is great news for QB Caleb Williams, Bears' Super Bowl window

Rather than spending big on a wide receiver, the Chicago Bears did something much less flashy: invest in their offensive line.  

Bears get tough defensive injury news out of training camp
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Maxx Crosby to the Bears is still very possible, NFL insider hints
The 'Season passing-leaders by team' quiz
Maxx Crosby News / Yardbarker / August 4
Maxx Crosby to the Bears is still very possible, NFL insider hints

Maxx Crosby to the Bears is still very possible, NFL insider hints

Crosby is back with the Las Vegas Raiders, and the new season is just a little over a month away. But, that doesn't mean Crosby is a forever Raider anymore.

Ian Rapoport drops Maxx Crosby trade update during Raiders training camp
Raiders' Fernando Mendoza needs two things to play this season
The 'NFL active sack leaders' quiz
Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / August 3
Bears get tough defensive injury news out of training camp

Bears get tough defensive injury news out of training camp

The Chicago Bears have received some very tough injury news early on in training camp.

Bears' Ben Johnson eclipses Lions' Dan Campbell in NFL HC ranking
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